Remote Electrical Controls Engineer - Critical Power
Caterpillar
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Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking an Electrical Power Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.
Responsibilities include retrofits, design and testing of control systems, and collaboration with CAD and sales teams. Travel up to 50% may be required; DoD SkillBridge program consideration is noted.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of automation/controls experience with PLC-based systems and HMIs (or 4+ years without degree).
- Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints; travel 35–50% as needed.
Responsibilities
- Identify retrofit opportunities and support proposal development with Dealer and Factory teams.
- Design, program, test, and commission low- and medium-voltage generator paralleling controls.
- Convert legacy PLC programs to current platforms and validate performance.
- Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications using standard templates.
- Collaborate with CAD designers for wiring and assembly drawings.
- Provide technical support to Sales and Product Support teams; train technicians as needed.
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Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking an Electrical Power Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.
Responsibilities include retrofits, design and testing of control systems, and collaboration with CAD and sales teams. Travel up to 50% may be required; DoD SkillBridge program consideration is noted.
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